Oyster Farmer

Wage Range: $17.50 Hourly Piecework Bonus 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

As a member of the oyster crew, which is an intertidal worker that is responsible for taking part in the harvest which is done primarily by forking or handpicking oysters into a container such as an oyster tub or bushel basket. Forking involves using a pitchfork like device that you push along the surface of the beach to collect oysters.

Crewmembers must be comfortable lifting heavy amounts on, sometimes, uneven ground. Oyster tubs are to be fully filled for pick up by another crew to be counted for pay. A crewmember is responsible for the equipment assigned to them, and be able to work day or night tides in all types of weather conditions. This means the crewmembers must wear appropriate protective clothing.  Oyster crews are to report to their crew boss for hours, places, and transportation. Oyster crews are often assigned to other tasks such as digging clams and must be open and available to work this position as well. 

Physical Demands, Skills and abilities

• Must be a hard worker
• Must maintain proper employee conduct including being aware and respectful of time of day, noise level, and the homeowners that surround the beaches.  
• Must be able to swim.
• Must complete safety orientation prior to working on the beach.
• Must be physically able to lift and handle sixty pounds.
• Must wear proper safety gear when necessary. 
• Must work well with crew members. 
• Must be capable of understanding and following orders. Follow crew boss instructions and be accountable to them
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and various times of the day and night.
• May be required to work at other work sites/locations as needed
• May be required to do other tasks as needed
• Must pick up any garbage found on the beach and never leave any of their own garbage on the beach.
• Ability to stand and/or walk on uneven ground
• The employee may be  required to stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and squat 
• The vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to speak and hear well enough to communicate with co-workers.
• Must be able to use hands for repetitive simple grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation

Salary : $18 - $25